Career Placement Coach for Residents

Community Resources for Justice; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is seeking an Employment Placement Specialist for our Pawtucket, RI location. This full-time role will help residents obtain employment, guide job search strategies, and monitor retention.

The position offers benefits and pays $19/hr, with a 40-hour work week and first-shift schedule. The EPS reports to the Program Director and will coordinate resume writing, interview preparation, and dress for success, while maintaining a resource directory and building

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in guidance, counseling or job placement.
• A degree in guidance, counseling, or career development may substitute experience.
• BS/BA from an accredited college or university in Social or Behavioral Science, or related field preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Meet with new residents to learn interests, skills, employment and education background.
• Monitor residents' job search progress and offer support.
• Assist with resume writing, interviewing skills and job readiness.
• Maintain a directory of employment resources and leads for residents.
• Develop relationships with potential employers and job fairs.
• Approve and verify employment offers and maintain contact with employers after placement.
• Collect subsistence documentation and distribute required materials.
• Attend meetings, conferences and trainings as required.

Skills

Guidance & counseling

Education

BS/BA in Social or Behavioral Science

Job description

Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is seeking an Employment Placement Specialist for our Pawtucket, RI location. This full-time role will help residents obtain employment, guide job search strategies, and monitor retention.

The position offers benefits and pays $19/hr, with a 40-hour work week and first-shift schedule. The EPS reports to the Program Director and will coordinate resume writing, interview preparation, and dress for success, while maintaining a resource directory and building